A recently recieved video from Save a Staffie outlining why this breed has received such bad press and that they actually make very good pet dogs :o) Video courtesy of www.staffierescue.co.uk
Take a look on our Adoption page for details of the several Staffies waiting for a loving new home...
Follow us on Facebook
Click here to see our page on Facebook :o) Please feel free to be our friend on there and post photo / story updates if you've been kind enough to rehome one of our dogs.
Sharon, Ozzy & Family
Once upon a time, when Sharon and Ozzy were caught 'walking out' together in the cemetery, rumour had it that Sharon's reputation had been ruined forever and that, indeed, she could possibly be in the 'family way'!
The happy couple were taken immediately to JFD, hanging their heads in shame (well nearly), where, for the sake of Sharon, separate accommodation was promptly found. This caused Ozzy to howl for three days and three nights, from a broken heart (or something like that) whereas Sharon slept peacefully, delighted to be left in peace with her own company! Within a couple of days Sharon was offered a wonderful home with Lisa and Adam and with her statutory seven days detention complete was duly adopted and without a backward glance in Ozzy's direction rode off into the sunset to live happily ever after...
Well, sadly in doggy land life isn't quite so kind and Lisa had been fore-warned that Sharon (now known as Millie) could well be expecting the pitter-patter of tiny feet! As readers may well be aware that previously abandoned dogs, more often than not, gain weight once settled into their new home, however after the initial weight gain Millie's girth continued to expand and expand and expand! A visit to the vets was decided upon, where a scan confirmed that at least two heartbeats could be seen, her due dates were estimated to be between the second and third weeks of January. And so it came to pass that on January 2nd, with heavy hearts all around, Millie was returned to JFD.
On Tuesday 17th January Millie & Ozzy became proud parents of NINE healthy puppies - five girls and four boys! Millie was a brilliant mother but life was not easy for this relatively small dog looking after nine robust off-spring. However, her confinement was cheered somewhat by regular visits from her owners, who were counting the days when Millie would be back home with them once more. This day arrived on Tuesday 28th February when, at six weeks old, the puppies were finally weaned.
And what about Ozzy?
Well Ozzy, bless him, is still at JFD longing for that forever home. Thanks to 'the little op' at the vets his wanton, wanderlust days are well and truly over, his graveyard frolics just a fond and distant memory!
He is loving and affectionate and will make a great family pet. He loves his walks and will require regular exercise.
About the puppies
On Tuesday 6th March the puppies will be ready for rehoming and there are still some available for adoption. Potential adopters must think long and hard before applying to adopt, as owning a puppy is a huge, lifetime commitment. Owners will also have to agree and sign, that as soon as the time is right they will ensure their puppy is neutered.
JFD will pay for both the 1st and 2nd vaccinations and for the neutering when the time comes. All puppies will be wormed up to date before leaving our premises.
All the puppies have now been rehomed, a big thank you to all who have helped find these adorable dogs a new loving home.
JFD Charity Shop - Ripley - Now Open!
Following on from the success of the JFD charity shop in Mackworth, we are delighted to announce that on Saturday 5th November, Charles Hanson officially opened JFD's second charity shop at 40 Grosvenor Rd, Ripley. DE5 3JF. From the instant the ribbon was cut a constant flow of visitors flooded in and continued to keep the till ringing throughout the day! The first day's trading was a huge and encouraging success, raising £441.51 towards the centre's running costs.
Our second shop is four times the size of the first and we are branching out into selling second hand furniture, JFD merchandise and pet accessories, as well as all the old favourites of quality clothes, books and household goods.
We are appealing to all our supporters and visitors to this website to help us to make this shop grow from strength to strength. You can help in the following ways:
We are once more appealing for donations of all your second hand clothes, any condition (clothes that cannot be sold can be recycled), books, CD's DVD's, jigsaw puzzles, jewellery, unwanted gifts, household goods, including furniture, the latter of which we are happy to collect if you do not have transport or the item is too large for your vehicle.
We always receive a large amount of electrical goods such as lamps, irons and kitchen equipment some are even brand new and most are in excellent condition, but due to regulations we are unable to sell them without first being PAT tested. Are you, or do you know, an electrician who could volunteer an hour or so a week to do this service for us? This kind but simple gesture could add thousands of pounds to our takings a year. So, if you can help please call 07410 186897 or 01335 361363
WE NEED YOU! Part of the success of the Mackworth shop has been largely thanks to the regular voluntary workers who help to keep our wage bill to a minimum and we are hoping this dedication will continue at Ripley. You will find a warm and friendly welcome, not to say a cup o' tea and biscuits await you.
Last but not least please visit and support the shop whenever you are in the area, dogs are always welcome so please feel free to bring them in to say hello!
The happy couple were taken immediately to JFD, hanging their heads in shame (well nearly), where, for the sake of Sharon, separate accommodation was promptly found. This caused Ozzy to howl for three days and three nights, from a broken heart (or something like that) whereas Sharon slept peacefully, delighted to be left in peace with her own company! Within a couple of days Sharon was offered a wonderful home with Lisa and Adam and with her statutory seven days detention complete was duly adopted and without a backward glance in Ozzy's direction rode off into the sunset to live happily ever after... 
